FOLKLIFE VILLAGE

The Folklife Village is a free area at the Rougarou Fest where visitors can engage with various aspects of culture, humanities, and folklore. It features demonstrations, workshops, performances, and exhibits showcasing traditional crafts, music, dance, storytelling, and other traditions unique to South Louisiana.

Cultural practices are deeply intertwined with a community’s identity. Preserving these practices helps communities maintain a sense of who they are, fostering a connection to their heritage and ancestors. By preserving cultural practices, communities ensure the transmission of traditions, values, language, and history from one generation to the next. This is vital for maintaining identity, transmitting heritage, enriching cultural diversity, and demonstrating resilience and adaptation in the face of change.